Slow cities: what they are, and where to find them
The city life isn't for everyone. For some, the energy, excitement, and growth of the world's major cities are attractive characteristics, but for others it sounds like a nightmare. Many cities in the world also pose environmental threats, destroying the wilderness with unchecked development projects, producing tons of trash each year, and inviting a car-centered culture that creates massive clouds of smog. Thankfully, there are a group of towns and small cities that have banded together under the guidelines of Cittaslow and have pledged to actively fight all the negative impacts that urbanization can bring. These areas, called "slow cities," are the perfect locations for anyone who prefers life at a slower pace in a greener place. Read on to learn about just a few of the many slow cities around the world.
2024-01-16T15:03:50Z
Touring the Turkish Riviera
The Turkish Riviera, also described as the Turquoise Coast, is a shoreline of outstanding natural beauty along the Aegean and Mediterranean seas. Stretching more than 1,000 km (620 mi), this area of southwestern Turkey is celebrated for its numerous beaches, welcoming resorts, and some truly remarkable archaeological points of interest. The Turkish Riviera also serves as a rich habitat for a wealth of wildlife, its mountainous and wooded interior a haven for all sorts of flora and fauna. Blessed with a hot, sunny climate freshened by gentle ocean breezes, this is a destination with a broad appeal rarely found elsewhere. Indeed, the Turkish Riviera has something for everybody. So, are you ready to make the most of the Turkish coast? Click through for ideas of where to go and what to see.
2024-06-27T08:04:22Z